Now that we’ve had some time to digest the 257 picks and absorb much of the reaction from the 2025 NFL draft, it’s time to play one of our favorite games. All it requires is 32 words. It’s tough to judge a draft immediately, but here is our initial take on this year’s event via single-word summaries (along with some context, of course).

The ink is barely dry on the 2025 NFL Draft, but who are the best players in the 2026 class? Here's a first look at names to know and what your team might need the most.